Summer Dawson

Summer Dawson is an experienced human resources professional with a diverse background in administrative support, recruitment, and career counseling. Currently serving as an HR Assistant at Goodwill of the Heartland since June 2019, Summer has previously held various roles, including cashier at Hyvee Grocery and receptionist at Grand Living and Meadowview Memory Care. Experience also includes work as an Administrative Assistant at BLX, where responsibilities encompassed office setup and document processing. Prior positions as a Career Services Advisor at Stevens Henager College and a Contract Recruiter highlight expertise in candidate sourcing and student support. An MBA holder from Northern Illinois University, Summer's educational background also includes an Associate of Arts from College of DuPage and a Secretarial Certificate from Northeast Missouri State College. Notable accomplishments include implementing applicant tracking systems and developing recruitment strategies for top talent in previous HR roles at Layton Construction and EG & G.